Things to Do in San Antonio

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  • 1. Alamo (The)

    Alamo (The)
    photo by Real Traveler Minardi Girl

    300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205

    #1 of 485 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... Plaza is the most famous spot in Texas where 189 defenders fell on March 6, 1836, after repeated attacks by Mexican General Santa Anna's army. Mission San Antonio de Valero (the Alamo) was established in 1718 as the city's... more

     Real Travelers who've been to Alamo (The)

    brutus3116 brutus3116 in tour of the southwest: part 4 said

    … I got into town just in time to see the Alamo as the sun set. The ride across I-10 was haunting, desolate, and empty… continue reading »

  • 2. River Walk

    River Walk
    photo by Yahoo! Travel

    248 Losoya St, San Antonio, TX 78205

    #2 of 485 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    When you think of San Antonio, two things automatically come to mind: the Alamo and the River Walk. ... more

     Real Travelers who've been to River Walk

    neverlong01 neverlong01 in Downtown San Anton said

    River walk, with boat tour is fun.  Margaritas, and tex steaks are also great.… continue reading »

  • 3. San Antonio Missions National Historical Park

    San Antonio Missions National Historical Park
    photo by tripadvisor

    2202 Roosevelt Ave, San Antonio, TX 78210

    #3 of 485 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    The wilderness that is now known as San Antonio and South Texas was primarily settled by Spanish Catholic priests. And apparently ... more

  • 4. San Fernando Cathedral

    San Fernando Cathedral

    115 S Main Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205

    #4 of 485 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... heart and soul of San Antonio, San Fernando Cathedral has played an integral part of the city's growth. Built in 1738, its history includes both religious and secular duties. Texas hero James Bowie married Ursula de Veramen... more

  • 5. McNay Art Museum

    6000 N New Braunfels Ave, San Antonio, TX 78209

    #5 of 485 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... and educator Marion Koogler McNay in the 1920s, the Spanish Colonial Revival-style home opened as the first museum of modern art in Texas in 1954. Today visitors are captivated by magnificent works of art by modern masters... more

  • 6. Swig Martini Bar

    111 W Crockett St, San Antonio, TX 78205

    #6 of 485 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    Ultra-chic without trying too hard, Swig is San Antonio's ultimate martini and cigar bar. ... more

  • 7. King William Historic District

    King William Historic District
    photo by tripadvisor

    1032 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78210

    #7 of 485 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    ... near downtown on the south bank of the San Antonio River. In the late 1800's the King William District was the most elegant residential area in the city. Prominent German merchants originally settled the area. It was zoned... more

  • 8. Zinc Champagne & Wine Bar

    Zinc Champagne & Wine Bar
    photo by Yahoo! Travel

    207 N Presa St, San Antonio, TX 78205

    #8 of 485 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    This bar pours more than 40 varieties of wine available by the glass, including more than five varieties ... more

  • 9. Mad Dogs

    123 Losoya St, San Antonio, TX 78205

    #9 of 485 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    Look for the statue of the Scotsman in full regalia to locate this fun bar with a British/Scottish theme on the River ... more

  • 10. Rosario's

    Rosario's
    photo by tripadvisor

    910 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78205

    #10 of 485 things to do rated by Real Travelers

    Located in the heart of Southtown, Rosario's is packed every night. It can pack in even more now that they ... more